Honeywell MC-TDOY62
Honeywell MC-TDOY62
Honeywell MC-TDOY62
Honeywell MC-TDOY62

Honeywell MU-TDOD12 | Experion PKS C300 16-Channel Digital Output Unit

  • Brand: Honeywell
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    Model: MU-TDOD12
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    Product Type: Digital Output Module
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    Series: ControlEdge™ (Experion PKS C300 I/O Family)
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    Core Function: Provides 16 isolated digital output channels to transmit control signals from ControlEdge C300 controllers to field devices (e.g., relays, solenoid valves, motor starters) for process actuation and safety interlocks.
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    Key Specs: 16 channels, dry/wet contact support, 2500VAC isolation, 24V DC power input, -40°C to +70°C operating temperature, SIL 2 certified, hot-swappable design.
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Description

MU-TDOD12: Product Overview
The MU-TDOD12 is a 16-channel digital output module engineered for Honeywell’s ControlEdge™ C300 distributed control system (DCS) and safety instrumented systems (SIS). It serves as a critical interface for converting controller-generated digital commands into physical outputs to drive field devices, enabling precise actuation of industrial processes. Its primary role is to ensure reliable signal transmission in applications where process control (e.g., valve positioning, pump activation) or safety interlocks (e.g., emergency shutdown) depend on unambiguous, noise-resistant output signals.
Functionally, the module processes 16 independent output channels, each configurable for dry contact (relay, 5A @ 250V AC) or wet contact (24V DC, 1A sink/source) operation. It employs galvanic isolation (2500VAC) to prevent ground loops and electromagnetic interference (EMI) from corrupting signals, a necessity in electrically noisy environments like refineries or chemical plants. As part of the ControlEdge C300 family, the MU-TDOD12 integrates with the platform’s high-speed I/O link, hot-swappable architecture, and unified engineering tools (ControlEdge Builder), simplifying configuration and maintenance. This design aligns with compliance to IEC 61508 (SIL 2) and standards like API 556 (refinery instrumentation), making it suitable for continuous process industries requiring uptime and safety.

Honeywell MC-TDOY62

Honeywell MC-TDOY62

MU-TDOD12: Technical Specifications
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    Model Number: MU-TDOD12
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    Manufacturer: Honeywell
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    Product Type: Digital Output Module
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    Number of Channels: 16 (individually isolated)
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    Output Type: Dry Contact (relay, 5A @ 250V AC), Wet Contact (24V DC, 1A sink/source)
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    Isolation Voltage: 2500VAC (channel-to-channel, channel-to-bus)
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    SIL Certification: SIL 2 (IEC 61508, Hardware Fault Tolerance ≥1)
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    Response Time: <15 ms (controller command to output activation)
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    Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
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    Power Supply: 24V DC (nominal, 18-30V DC range) from C300 chassis
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    Power Consumption: 3.5W (typical, all channels active)
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    Humidity Range: 5% to 95% non-condensing
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    Dimensions: 25mm x 128mm x 115mm (width x height x depth, fits C300 I/O slot)
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    Weight: 0.25kg
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    Diagnostics: Channel status (open/short circuit), power monitoring, communication heartbeat
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    Hot Swap Support: Yes (plug-and-play replacement without system shutdown)

    Honeywell MC-TDOY62

    Honeywell MC-TDOY62

Core Features & Customer Value​
High-Channel Density Reduces Cabinet Complexity: With 16 output channels per module, the MU-TDOD12 minimizes the number of I/O modules required in a control cabinet. For engineers designing systems with numerous actuators (e.g., a refinery’s distillation column with 12 control valves and 4 pump starters), this cuts cabinet space by 50% compared to 8-channel alternatives, simplifying wiring and reducing material costs.
Galvanic Isolation Ensures Signal Integrity: The 2500VAC isolation between channels and the C300 bus prevents EMI from industrial equipment (e.g., motors, drives) from distorting output signals. In a chemical plant’s reactor cooling system, this ensures reliable activation of solenoid valves—critical for preventing overheating—even near high-power agitators.
Comprehensive Diagnostics Accelerate Maintenance: Built-in diagnostics monitor each channel for open circuits (broken relay contacts), short circuits (to ground/power), and power supply health. Faults are reported to the C300 controller via I/O link, with LED indicators on the faceplate for quick visual identification. For maintenance teams, this reduces troubleshooting time from hours to minutes—e.g., identifying a failed relay in a power plant’s feedwater system without invasive testing.
Hot-Swappable Design Minimizes Downtime: The module can be replaced while the system remains powered, essential for continuous processes like oil refining or water treatment. Technicians simply remove the faulty module and insert a new one; the C300 controller automatically reloads configuration data via I/O link. This eliminates scheduled shutdowns for module replacement, saving thousands in lost production per incident.
SIL 2 Certification for Safety-Critical Applications: When integrated into a Honeywell Safety Manager SIS, the MU-TDOD12 meets SIL 2 requirements (IEC 61508), enabling its use in safety functions like emergency shutdown (ESD) or equipment interlocks. Its fault-tolerant design reduces the probability of dangerous failures, aligning with audit requirements for regulated industries.
Typical Applications​
The MU-TDOD12 is deployed in systems requiring reliable digital output actuation. In a petroleum refinery’s hydrotreater unit, it connects 16 safety devices: 8 solenoid valves (wet contact) for fuel gas control, 4 motor starter relays (dry contact) for pump activation, and 4 emergency stop relays (dry contact). The module’s SIL 2 certification ensures compliance with API 556, while hot-swap capability allows maintenance during planned turnarounds without halting production.
At a chemical plant’s batch reactor, the MU-TDOD12 controls 16 process actuators: 8 control valves (wet contact) for reactant feed, 4 agitator motor starters (dry contact), and 4 cooling water solenoid valves (wet contact). Its 2500VAC isolation prevents EMI from nearby mixers from causing spurious activations, ensuring consistent batch quality.
In a municipal water treatment plant, the module operates 16 pump control relays (dry contact) and 4 chemical dosing valve solenoids (wet contact) across distributed lift stations. The C300 controller uses these outputs to adjust pump rates and chemical feeds, with diagnostics alerting staff to a failed relay before service disruption.

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